Episodes

Sept. 24, 2023

Mike Baker - Ex-CIA Operative, Chairman & CEO at Portman Square Group | Lessons From The CIA

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Mike Baker is a former CIA covert field operations officer with a distinguished 17-year career specializing in counterterrorism, counternarcotics, and counterinsurgency operations. His expertise took him around the globe, where he engaged in, organized, and supervised operations across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europ...
Sept. 22, 2023

Lessons - The Power of Self-Integrity and Follow-Through

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, we're diving deep into the power of self-integrity and the importance of follow-through. Many of us are filled with ideas but struggle to take action. Here's what we'll cover: • Ideas vs. Action: Reflecting on the common struggle of having numerous ideas but failing to act on them, inspired by a quote from Zig Ziglar. • Life According to Kettering: An introduction to Charles F. Kettering and...
Sept. 21, 2023

Lessons - The Crucial Role of Customer Experience | Tiffani Bova, Author & Global Salesforce Evangelist

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory This episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Tiffani Bova, Author & Global Salesforce Evangelist. She dives deep into the intricacies of company growth, the importance of employee experience, and how companies can miss the mark. Here are the key takeaways: • Modernizing Growth Strategies: Tiffani discusses how she took tried and true strategies for growth and modernized them using tools like Social, Mobile, Clou...
Sept. 20, 2023

Luke Van Der Veer - SEO Expert & Entrepreneur | Ranking (and Renting) Websites With SEO

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest 7 years ago, Luke invested $25,000 dollars in learning SEO as a last ditch effort to escape Corporate America. Fueled by a desire for time freedom, he pivoted from traditional agency work to a game-changing website rental model. Today, Luke manages a 7-figure portfolio of lead generation websites across 73 niches in 48 s...
Sept. 20, 2023

InBound by Hubspot 2023: How To Sell Anything To Anyone

➡️ For More Episodes, Visit: successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Like The Show? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Today, you'll hear me live at InBound 2023, hosted by Hubspot. Tweet Me: twitter.com/scottdclary My Newsletter: newsletter.scottdclary.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sept. 18, 2023

Lessons - How Sandeep Chennakeshu Became President Of Blackberry | Sandeep Chennakeshu, Tech Exec & Author

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory This episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Sandeep Chennakeshu, technology executive and author. He shares insights on lessons learned over his career that led him to become President of Blackberry. Here are the key takeaways: • Get Out of Your Comfort Zone: Sandeep emphasizes continuously taking on unfamiliar roles to expand your skillset. He gave examples like moving into hardware development despite no expe...
Sept. 15, 2023

Lindsay McCormick - Founder and CEO of Bite | Building Mission-Driven Companies

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Lindsay McCormick is the Founder and CEO of Bite, a trailblazing brand in sustainable oral care. Her journey began in 2016 while working as a TV producer on HGTV's "House Hunters." Lindsay, fueled by a passion for sustainability, invested $6,000 to create eco-friendly toothpaste alternatives. Today, she leads Bite, a mul...
Sept. 12, 2023

How To Market Anything (Michael Pederson & Dominate Your Market)

➡️ For More Episodes, Visit: successstorypodcast.com ➡️ Like The Show? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory Today, you'll hear me on the Dominate Your Market hosted by Michael Pederson). Make sure to subscribe the Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@michaelpedersen8409 Tweet Me: twitter.com/scottdclary My Newsletter: newsletter.scottdclary.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sept. 12, 2023

Lessons: Why You Need Ruthless Prioritization With Your Business | Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory This episode of "Success Story: Lessons" features Marc Randolph, co-founder and first CEO of Netflix. He shares insights on the early stages of building Netflix based on quick, low-cost experimentation. Here are the key takeaways: • Iteration Mindset: Marc started with the vision of providing online movie rentals, but emphasizes beginning with small, incremental tests rather than overplanning. He advises trying lots ...
Sept. 11, 2023

Uri Levine - Author, Entrepreneur, and Disruptor | Love The Problem, Not The Solution

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Uri Levine is a renowned serial entrepreneur and disruptor with a remarkable track record of creating innovative solutions that transform industries. He co-founded Waze, the world's leading driving traffic and navigation app, in 2007, which has since become an indispensable tool for over 750 million drivers globally. Waze...
Sept. 8, 2023

Lessons - Bridging Private Innovation With Public Problems | Keith Krach, Chairman & CEO of DocuSign

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we're joined by Keith J. Krach, former Chairman and CEO of DocuSign. Throughout the conversation, we delve into several pivotal topics: • Leadership Lessons: Keith shares how his business experience gave him insight into China's economic threat. This shaped his perspective on the need for American leadership as a diplomat. • The Right Fit: Keith elaborates on building the...
Sept. 2, 2023

David Meltzer - Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing | When You Lose Everything

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest David Meltzer's journey in the business world is a testament to resilience and self-discovery. In his early 20s, he achieved remarkable success, swiftly ascending to millionaire status through various business ventures. However, his life took an unexpected turn in his 30s, leading to bankruptcy. From early millionaire tri...
Aug. 31, 2023

Lessons - How To Set Up A Billon Dollar Franchise | Brian Scudamore, Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we're joined by Brian Scudamore, the entrepreneurial force behind 1-800-GOT-JUNK? Throughout the conversation, we delve into several pivotal topics: • Leadership Lessons: Brian shares the importance of self-awareness, emphasizing that entrepreneurs often become their biggest roadblocks. • The Right Fit: Brian elaborates on his journey of finding the right team members, sp...
Aug. 31, 2023

Lessons - Why PayPal and Shopify Will Sabotage Your Business | David Carlin, Co-Founder of Residual Payments

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we're joined by David Carlin, an expert in the digital checkout and merchant service realms. During our conversation, we explore many integral topics: • The Payment Landscape Misconception: David challenges the notion that giants like Stripe and PayPal completely rule online checkouts. • Understanding Aggregators: Highlighting the allure of Stripe and PayPal's convenience...
Aug. 29, 2023

Gil Dezer - President of Dezer Development | Designing the Luxury Experience

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Gil Dezer, a leading figure in South Florida's luxury real estate, has reshaped the region's skyline with impressive collaborations. Partnering with Donald J. Trump, he introduced landmarks such as the Trump Grande Ocean Resort and Residences and the Trump Towers. This alliance reinforced the Trump Organization's dominan...
Aug. 29, 2023

Lessons - Why Don't Women Support Women? | Elena Cardone, Speaker & Author

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we sat down with Elena Cardone, a businesswoman, author, and public speaker who draws from her experiences building a real estate empire alongside her husband, Grant Cardone. Cardone provides insightful perspective on the importance of surrounding yourself with a community that actively supports your growth and vision. She stresses the ability to set ambitious goals for y...
Aug. 27, 2023

Lessons - Do You Need To Be Charismatic To Lead? | Stephen M. R. Covey, Leadership Expert

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we sat down with Stephen M. R. Covey, a renowned leadership expert, challenges the traditional leadership paradigm, asserting that true leadership extends beyond charisma and is relevant for all, regardless of their leadership style. Central to his philosophy are two core tenets: an authentic organizational mission deeply ingrained in every member, and leaders characteriz...
Aug. 26, 2023

Soledad O'Brien & Ian Freeman | Bridging the Equality Gap

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Aug. 22, 2023

Lessons - When Should An Entrepreneur Give Up? | Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," we sat down with Marc Randolph. As the co-founder and former CEO of Netflix, Marc has tremendous experience getting startups off the ground. He shared founding lessons from the early days of Netflix, taking it from an idea to a fledgling DVD rental business. Marc stressed the importance of perseverance, flexibility, and learning from mistakes in those formative startup yea...
Aug. 17, 2023

Matt Mayberry - Bestselling Author & Keynote Speaker | Peak Performance Lessons From The NFL

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Meet Matt Mayberry, a global authority on leadership development, culture transformation, and organizational performance. As a former linebacker for the Chicago Bears, Matt knows what it takes to overcome challenges, achieve goals, and excel in any endeavor. He has translated his on-field lessons to the world of business...
Aug. 13, 2023

Business and Family Life (Dr. Suleiman Ijani & Dad Puzzles)

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Aug. 13, 2023

Lessons - Six Cognitive Distortions that Waste Your Time

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this Lessons episode, we're taking a close look at the sneaky cognitive distortions that warp how we think about time. Distortions like all-or-nothing thinking, underestimating tasks, present bias, and time scarcity mentality can lead us to be unproductive without even realizing it. We'll break down how each distortion shows up in our lives, often sabotaging our productivity before we know what hit us. The goal is...
Aug. 13, 2023

Lessons - Should You Join A Startup Or A Large Company? | Sandeep Chennakeshu - Author & Fortune 500 President

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory In this episode of "Success Story: Lessons," host Scott Clary interviewed author Sandeep Chennakeshu. As the former President of BlackBerry and senior executive at several Fortune 500 companies, Sandeep has tremendous experience transforming businesses. He shared career lessons from working at both startups and large global corporations. Sandeep stressed the importance of getting out of your comfort zone, building a ...
Aug. 10, 2023

Courtney Reum - Best-Selling Author & Co-Founder of M13 | Shortcut Your Startup

➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ Join Our Free Slack Community To Up-Skill Yourself: https://bit.ly/3IY8kwK ➡️ About The Guest Courtney Reum is an outstanding entrepreneur and investor with a remarkable track record. Courtney began his career at Goldman Sachs, where he was involved in some of the biggest deals in the beverage industry, such as the $14 billion merger of Allied Domecq and Pernod Ricard. He also worked on transactions for Procter &...